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Mauro Icardi's Wife Wanda Nara 'Confident' of Inter Milan Contract Renewal
Only Lazio's Ciro Immobile (24) has scored more goals in Serie A than Icardi (22) so far this season. "They called me for the Under-21 and I fought with Sampdoria (his previous team) because I did not want to go, I wanted Argentina". "Sometimes I tell him that he's increasing in value by the day, but there's serenity and no tension in the air". More than three years remain on Icardi's curren... Continua a leggere...
Manu Ginobili not expecting Kawhi Leonard to return this season
We've got to think that he is not coming back, that we are who we are and that we have to fight without him". Ginobili's take, however, could also be seen as a way of saying that the Spurs can't rely on expecting to have him back soon. The forward last played on January 13 and was originally expected to return in mid-March, according to ESPN . The San Antonio players did see Leonard on We... Continua a leggere...
Outstanding Osaka knocks out Williams in Miami opener
An eight-time victor in Miami, she is now preparing to face 20-year-old Osaka, who won the Indian Wells title at the weekend but is not seeded either. In response, WTA CEO Steve Simon told the New York Times , "This past year, the WTA made adjustments in order to align a player who is out for pregnancy with a player who is out for a long-term injury". Continua a leggere...
Canadian steel company executive joins list of potential Carolina Panthers bidders
A $2.5 billion sales price would set a record for a US professional sports franchise, according to Bloomberg. He is chairman and CEO of a private equity firm called Bedrock Industries LP. Charlotte businessman Felix Sabates started a potential local ownership group, but may look at partnering with another bidder. Other known bidders for the team Jerry Richardson put up for sale following the s... Continua a leggere...
(ULTIM'ORA) De Vrij rompe il silenzio: "Io all'Inter? Capisco che…"
Il suo futuro è, tuttavia, ancora un'incognita, e nemmeno il diretto interessato riesce ancora a sbilanciarsi circa il suo futuro. E proprio parlando di tutto cio', il difensore ha cercato di evitare possibili domande dei colleghi dal ritiro della Nazionale olandese . Continua a leggere...
Cristiano Ronaldo Interested About Life in China, Says Luiz Felipe Scolari
Scolari was speaking at the Portuguese football awards - where Ronaldo was, unsurprisingly, named Portuguese player of the year. The Real Madrid superstar discussed the name as he was revealing his latest collaboration with Nike. "El Commandant - I like the word, it means leader or power, in my opinion". "Cristiano is three goals from Messi and I hope he can become the top scorer because it... Continua a leggere...
David Padgett Out As Louisville Coach
Padgett, 33, who played for the Cardinals under Rick Pitino, was named to lead the team in late September after Pitino was sacked by the university. Padgett had been on Pitino's staff for three seasons before being promoted to interim head coach. The season ended Tuesday night in the quarterfinal-round loss to Mississippi State in the quarterfinals of National Invitation Tournament. Continua a leggere...
Balotelli non convocato in Nazionale, Di Biagio spiega il perché
A qualcuno nelle ultime ore sono saltati i nervi, come ad esempio a Mino Raiola , il quale ha dei modi un po' eccessivi forse, ma dice alcune verità sacrosante. " Io spero sempre che ci possa essere un'opportunità perché il mio caso è eclatante visti i risultati, ma a volte il calcio racconta situazioni particolari ", ha concluso. Continua a leggere...
Nancy Lieberman hired as Power head coach in BIG3
TMZ Sports has learned. The BIG3 is a half-court, 3-on-3 basketball league featuring mostly retired NBA players and founded by Ice Cube . Lieberman won two AIAW championships as a player at Old Dominion, a silver medal at the 1976 Olympics, and she played against men in the USBL and as a member of the Washington Generals. Continua a leggere...
Is James Harden the Offensive GOAT? Mike D'Antoni Thinks So
And that's all thanks to Harden, the player impossible to guard. In yet another balanced scoring effort, it was Portland's frontcourt that led the way. But if we're just talking offensive ability, D'Antoni has a point. Timberwolves 123, Clippers 109: Minnesota completed its first season-series sweep of visiting Los Angeles thanks to Karl-Anthony Towns' game-high 30 points. Continua a leggere...
NFL expanding TV coverage for NFL Draft with ABC, Fox broadcasts
The most intriguing move is ESPN bringing " College GameDay " to the event. "ESPN has presented the NFL Draft for almost 40 years and we take great pride in finding new and exciting ways to continue to elevate and differentiate our coverage", ESPN vice president Burke Magnus said in a statement. Continua a leggere...
National Football League committee to recommend catch rule change
There's nothing in there about going to the ground, which was a contentious part of the rule in recent years. ESPN previewed all three elements and the possible obstacles on March 8. "If the receiver performs an act common to the game", Blandino said, "if he performs a football move, whatever you want to call it, on the way to the ground, if you say that supersedes him having to hold the ball ... Continua a leggere...
Countries weigh diplomatic snub of Russia's World Cup
He agreed with one of the members of the committee on a comparison between Russian President Vladimir Putin and the former German dictator. "I think it's an emetic prospect, frankly, to think of [Russian President Vladimir] Putin glorying in this sporting event". Continua a leggere...
Reading Youngster Liam Kelly Has Rejected An Ireland Call-Up
Eventually the midfielder replied by text. Manager O'Neill revealed that Kelly, who was born in England but represented Ireland at Under-18 and Under-21 levels, had declined the offer to join up. "I spoke to his agent some quite considerable time ago and I think that was always going to be okay I felt (but) I've always said here it's the player's choice; it's exactly what it is and if he wants... Continua a leggere...
Telenor pulls out of Central and Eastern Europe
Telenor expects to record a book gain of NOK 3 billion from the sale, and the proceeds will go to a special dividend of NOK 4.40 per share for Telenor shareholders. Its previous transaction experience includes the acquisition of O2 Czech Republic from Telefonica in 2013 and Nova Broadcasting Group in Bulgaria in 2018. Continua a leggere...
Ranking the 16 Remaining Teams Left in the NCAA Tournament
If you ask most people, Butler wasn't supposed to be there. March Madness has everything: emotion, buzzer-beaters, insane dunks, crazy celebrations and, most importantly, upsets. They are now out-rebounding their opponents by a margin of 7.2 rebounds a game and the Gamecocks must use this to their advantage against a feisty Buffalo team who can cause fits defensively and have proven they c... Continua a leggere...
Ashley Young earns another year at Manchester United
Wilkins feels the Portuguese coach is looking for a response from Shaw , and that he is trying to instil in him the winning mentality needed at Old Trafford. "There is just a really odd relationship going on there and I don't understand what he's doing because he's just destroying the player at the moment ". Continua a leggere...
Jamie Redknapp: Jose Mourinho won't attract flair players to Manchester United
I think in my era you could've swallowed it and gone "that's fine - we'll move on" but I don't think that happens with players anymore. He's a fantastic player. "I've wanted to cement my place in the team and I am back in the England squad, which I am delighted to be in". Plans will not be enforced just yet, with United set to hold a survey among fans at the end of the season. Continua a leggere...
What colour do you think these tennis balls are?
The fan then proceeded to add that he thinks tennis balls are green, while his son thinks they are yellow. The eight times Wimbledon victor responded: "They're yellow, right? ". So why do some people see different colours? The answer may lie in a previous optical illusion that made waves online about that white and gold dress. Continua a leggere...
Thunderstorm helps West Indies qualify for World Cup 2019
In a match that guaranteed qualification for the victor, the West Indies were bowled out for 198 to give Scotland a gilt-edged chance of participating at their fourth finals when the World Cup is hosted in England next year. Evin Lewis (66, 87b, 7x4, 2x6) and Marlon Samuels (51, 98b, 4x4) revived the Windies' innings by adding 121 runs for the third wicket in 168 balls. Continua a leggere...